The purpose of this publication is to provide the descriptions and procedures required to allow for efficient use of the ST90 system. The manual does not contain detailed information about functions, dialog boxes and operating parameters.
To use the ST90 system, you must first turn it on. To turn on the ST90 system use the Power button on the Operating Panel. The ST90 program starts automatically when the Processor Unit is turned on.
The Operating Panel controls the lowering and hoisting of the transducer. Dedicated buttons are provided for the physical transducer locations. You can also control the transducer movements from the top bar.
When you do not use the ST90 system, turn it off. Select Power Off on the top bar to turn off the ST90 system. You can also use the Power button on the Operating Panel. You must never turn off the ST90 system by means of the on/off switch on the Processor Unit.
The functions and dialog boxes provided in the ST90 user interface are not described in this publication.
The technical specifications summarize the main functional and operational characteristics of the ST90 system. They also provide information related to power requirements, physical properties and environmental conditions.
The ST90 system can send and receive information to and from several different peripherals. All transmissions take place as datagrams with data sentences. Each datagram has a defined format and length.